Athletic Trainer (Per Diem)

Certified Athletic Trainer

Pay range: $29.96 - $44.93 (plus 15% relief differential in lieu of benefits)

St. Charles Health System

Reports To Position: Athletic Training Program Manager

Department: Orthopedic, Neurosurgery & Physiatry Service Line

Date Last Reviewed: June 2025

Our Vision: Creating America's healthiest community, together

Our Mission: In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value

Our Values: Accountability, Caring and Teamwork

Department Summary: The Orthopedic, Neurosurgery & Physiatry service line provides a full range of musculoskeletal care for the Central Oregon community including trauma, acute care, inpatient and outpatient surgical care, preventative and chronic care in ambulatory settings, and athletic training services at various school and training locations as contracted by local school districts. The Orthopedic, Neurosurgery & Physiatry service line is led by a physician and administrative dyad team providing oversight and input into the required services, standards of care, clinical quality, team composition and staff needs. In addition, the Orthopedics, Neurosurgery & Physiatry service line also works closely with the Acute Care and Emergency General Surgery teams to ensure a collaborative approach to the treatment of patients. Services may change over time as the needs of the business and community change.

Position Overview: The Certified Athletic Trainer coordinates the sports medicine coverage at assigned high schools for athletic practices and events as contracted by local school districts. In accordance with state athletic trainer laws, the Certified Athletic Trainer provides athletic training services to student athletes under the direction of team physicians or by written referrals from physicians. In addition, the Certified Athletic Trainer may assist in the clinical setting as part of the Orthopedic Tech team as approved by the Orthopedic Tech Supervisor. The hours of operation for this position are consistent with the school athlete's practices and game schedules which may require nights and weekend work.

This position may include daily travel to various local high schools, local sporting events, and other off-site locations including local training seminars or conferences. This position does not directly manage any other caregivers.

Essential Functions and Duties:

• Provides evaluations, treatments, preventions, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries.
• Maintains appropriate general treatment orders to be reviewed annually and approved by the team physician and the Athletic Training Supervisor.
• Provides Athletic Trainer services for all home athletic contests and away varsity football games.
• Acts as liaison between family physicians and specialists, the Athletic Director, athletes and their parents.
• Maintains accurate records of injuries and treatments.
• Develops and maintains a budget for the athletic training program at assigned high schools.
• Provides the coaches and Athletic Director with a list of athletes medically eligible to compete.
• Maintains an appropriate inventory of medical supplies and equipment.
• Provides concussion management services and assessment according to the latest protocols and assessment tools.
• Assists with The Center Foundation events and programs and acts as a representative with the community.
• Follows all HIPAA and OSAA regulations and guidelines.
• May assist in the cast room with the application and removal of casts/splints, fitting of Durable Medical Equipment (DME), and assist with minor surgical procedures using aseptic technique. This must have prior approval by the Orthopedic Technician Supervisor.
• Directs patients in home rehabilitation exercise programs.
• Supports the vision, mission, and values of the organization in all respects.
• Supports the Lean principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.
• Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients, and guests.
• Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures, supporting the organization's corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings.
• May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.

Education:

• Required: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, with course work in athletic training, health, physical education, or exercise science.
• Preferred: Master's degree from an accredited college or university, with course work in athletic training, health, physical education, or exercise science.

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

• Required: Certification through the Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer (BOC). State of Oregon Licensed Athletic Trainer registration. AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification.
• Preferred: Certified Strength Coach Specialist.

Experience:

• Required: NA
• Preferred: One (1) or more years in a position involving patient contact.

Personal Protective Equipment:

Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely.

Physical Requirements:

• Continually (75% or more): Standing and walking, keyboard operation, use of clear and audible speaking voice and the ability to hear normal speech level.
• Frequently (50%): Sitting, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 1-25 pounds. The use and operation of a motor vehicle for Home Health and Wound Caregivers.
• Occasionally (25%): Bending, stooping/kneeling/crouching, climbing ladder/step-stool (varies by area), reaching overhead, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 25-50 pounds, grasping/squeezing, ability to hear whispered speech level.
• Rarely (10%): Climbing stairs.
• Never (0%): Climbing ladder/step-stool (varies by area), operation of a motor vehicle.

Exposure to Elemental Factors:

• Rarely (10%): Wet/slippery area, chemical solution.
• Never (0%): Heat, cold, noise, dust, vibration, uneven surface.

Blood-Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure Category:

Risk for Exposure to BBP

Schedule Weekly Hours: 0

Caregiver Type: Relief

Shift: Variable (United States of America)

Is Exempt Position? No

Job Family: SPECIALIST REHAB

Scheduled Days of the Week: Variable

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